CURTIS
Re-entered 17 Sep 2024CURTIS (NORAD 59507, COSPAR 1998-067WG) was a J satellite that re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Sep 2024, launched on 21 Mar 2024 on the 77KM No. 17501 mission. It was operated by KYUT as part of the Kyutech programme. The spacecraft was built by KYUT on the Cubesat 3U bus, with a mass of 5 kg. Like most satellites in low orbits, it was gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until re-entry. Historical record from Orbital Radar's satellite archive, cross-referenced with the live satellite catalogue.
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Frequently asked questions
What happened to CURTIS?
CURTIS re-entered Earth's atmosphere on 17 Sep 2024, ending a mission that began with its launch in 2024. Objects in low orbits are gradually slowed by atmospheric drag until they fall back and burn up on re-entry.
When did CURTIS re-enter the atmosphere?
CURTIS re-entered on 17 Sep 2024, according to Orbital Radar's historical catalogue records.
Who operated and built CURTIS?
CURTIS was operated by KYUT and built by KYUT (J).